The Indian government has increased the TDS on rent threshold from 2.4 lakh to 6 lakh per annum. This move aims to reduce compliance burdens for tenants, ease cash flow for landlords, and align with rising rental costs. In this blog, we discuss the key changes, benefits, compliance requirements, and the impact on individuals and businesses.

This blog offers a thorough analysis of the revised Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) rates for the Assessment Year (AY) 2025–2026, emphasizing the main changes and how they affect enterprises, professionals, and salaried persons. Changes in TDS rates for a range of payments, including dividends, interest on stocks, professional fees, and cryptocurrency transactions, are highlighted in the article. It also discusses the implementation of new sections, such as Section 206AB for non-filers of income tax returns (ITR) and Section 194S for cryptocurrency transactions. The blog also covers significant changes, such as lower TDS rates for new businesses and modifications to cash withdrawal limits. The article highlights the significance of compliance and offers advice on how people and companies may guarantee correct TDS deduction in order to avoid fines.

Significant TDS & TCS reforms are introduced in the Union Budget 2025 with the goals of easing tax compliance, lowering financial burdens, and fostering economic expansion. Lower TDS rates, lower TCS on foreign transactions, and more exemptions for small taxpayers are some of the main attractions.

Under Section 51 of the GST Act, specified entities must deduct TDS at 2% for payments exceeding ₹2.5 lakh. Exemptions include unregistered suppliers, exempt goods, and small contracts. Deductors must adhere to filing deadlines and compliance norms, while suppliers can claim TDS as ITC, fostering transparency and tax compliance.

The new TDS rate chart for AY 2025–2026, which details the relevant rates for residents and non-residents, has been made public by the CBDT. Important clauses, noteworthy modifications, compliance dates, and advice on implementing the most recent TDS rates into your financial procedures are all highlighted in this article. To guarantee timely tax filing and prevent fines, be informed.

Middle-class taxpayers may benefit greatly from the plan to streamline the TDS structure and raise the income tax exemption level to Rs 5.7 lakh. These adjustments seek to promote justice and economic growth by bringing taxing rules into line with inflation trends and removing obstacles to TDS compliance. The present situation, difficulties, and possible effects of these reforms are examined in this blog.

Budget 2025 is expected to include major improvements, including streamlining TDS on property transactions and modifying the 182-day criterion for defining residence. This blog digs into the existing issues that NRIs experience, suggested remedies, and the projected advantages of these reforms, which seek to make tax compliance easier and more transparent.

With effect from January 2025, the revised Form 24Q for TDS returns provides salaried employees with more clarity and accuracy in their tax deductions. Pre-filled tax calculations, a thorough income breakdown, and adherence to the new tax regime are some of the major adjustments. This improvement simplifies compliance for employers and guarantees employees faster refunds and easier tax filing.

The deduction of TDS on payments for technical and professional services, royalties, non-compete agreements, and directors' compensation is governed by Section 194J of the Income Tax Act. This blog discusses the dates, thresholds, appropriate rates, and who must deduct TDS. Penalties, interest, and the disallowance of expenses may follow noncompliance. To guarantee compliance and prevent fines, be informed.

In January 2025, be ahead of your tax and GST responsibilities. In order to ensure timely filings and prevent penalties, this thorough guide assists taxpayers and businesses in keeping track of the important deadlines for income tax and GST compliance. Find out when TDS deposits, ITR filings, GST returns, and other important dates are due.

For transactions using IFSC units, the Ministry of Finance's notification S.O. 21(E), issued January 2, 2025, offers TDS exemption under Section 194Q. Businesses operating in these global financial zones can find it easier to comply with tax laws thanks to this program. Reduced administrative constraints for sellers and simpler procedures for buyers promote improved cooperation and help India realize its goal of becoming a major international financial center.

To guarantee a seamless tax season, the 2025 Compliance Calendar gives people and companies important dates for filing taxes, submitting GST returns, and paying TDS. Businesses may stay out of trouble and maintain smooth operations by complying on schedule.